πππππ :Β Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder
ππππ : Β January 06 ,Mondayββ
ππππ :β 13:45 PM ISTβββββ
πππππ : The Gabba, Woolloongabba, Australia
ππππππππππ : ββBig Bash League, 2024-25
All three games at the Gabba this BBL has gone the way of the chasing side, indicating that the team batting second here will be at an advantage.
- Brisbane Heat’s BBL campaign has suffered a setback, with three losses in a row.
- A score of around 180 will be competitive at the Brisbane cricket ground.
- Nathan McSweeney and David Warner are our picks for the batters to watch out for.
Brisbane Heat vs Sydney Thunder
TV channels: The fans can watch the match live on Hotstar
Live Streaming: Live streaming of the match will be available on the FAFA191 Cricket Exchange India and website.
BH vs SYT Match Prediction & Analysis
This Monday, the Brisbane Cricket Ground will play host to match 25 of the BBL 2024-25, where the Brisbane Heat will take on the Sydney Thunder. With only two wins from six games, the Heat find themselves in a tough spot, currently occupying fifth place. In contrast, the Thunder are riding high in second place, having racked up 8 points from just five games. The Heat do have a strong recent record against the Thunder, having come out on top in their last three BBL meetings. That said, the Thunder’s current form, with three consecutive wins under their belt, suggests they have the edge going into this one.
TEAMS PREVIEW
Brisbane Heat Preview
Brisbane Heat’s season has been a rollercoaster ride so far, with a strong start followed by a few setbacks. After kicking off the campaign with back-to-back wins, they’ve suffered three consecutive defeats, including a loss to the Melbourne Stars in their last outing. Their previous fixture against Sydney Sixers was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
As they look to get back on track, the Heat will be relying on Nathan McSweeney to produce another impressive performance. With 129 runs in 5 innings, McSweeney is the team’s second-highest run-scorer and has the capability to anchor the innings and play a match-winning knock when needed.
Sydney Thunder Preview
Sydney Thunder are on a hot streak in the BBL, having suffered just one defeat and notched up four wins, with their latest triumph coming against the Perth Scorchers, where they pulled off a thrilling chase of 178 on the final ball.
The team’s batting has been firing on all cylinders, with captain David Warner setting the tone, having scored 178 runs in 5 innings at an average of 44.50 and a strike rate of 148.33.
The Thunder have suffered a huge blow with Cameron Bancroft being sidelined for an extended period due to the injury he sustained in the previous game. Daniel Sams will also miss out for the next four games because of a concussion. Sam Billings (139 runs in 5 matches) will have to step up big time In their absence.
Weather Conditions
The Brisbane Cricket Ground, commonly known as the Gabba, offers a balanced pitch for T20 cricket. Batters can enjoy even bounce, making shot-making easier, while fast bowlers gain assistance from the pace and carry. Spinners may find some grip as the match progresses.
The weather in Brisbane will be warm and pleasant, perfect for a game of T20 cricket.
BH vs SYT Pitch Report
The average score batting first at Brisbane is 166 in domestic T20 cricket. This season, the top score at this ground was Brisbane Heatβs 175-7, achieved while batting second against Adelaide Strikers. This indicates that the venue is favorable for teams batting second when the target is around 170-180 runs.
